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I grab this at night when going out or in the morning when it's chilly. It's great with jeans, a skirt or slacks. I grab it when walking the dog, running to the store, a day at Disneyland with the grand-kids or church. It layers nicely and is not bulky with a coat or jacket. It's rapidly becoming the workhorse of the, "I need an extra layer..." all year-round pieces in my wardrobe.

I was so happy to find this softly colored, solid alpaca sweater. All the others were so brightly colored and the print was so busy. I realize that they represent the regions where they came from but I couldn't wear them because I'm so petite. This sweater is perfect. I love alpaca and this has all the right elements. Please offer more solid, non busy sweaters. Thank you!

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